Angel Options Blog - by Ken Kousky
Angel Options: The growth of Angel groups around the world has been facilitated by the use of standardized methods and tools. This has been vital in creating a more efficient seed-capital market. It has expanded startup opportunities around the...

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Why don't we tackle the really BIG issue facing the growth of our economy - government and taxes. Contrary to most ratings and beliefs of what makes a state a good place for start-ups and entrepreneurs is NOT low taxes and less government. The actual data, tells...

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The Art of Angel Investing = De-riskingby Ken KouskyThe art of angel investing boils down to...

The hardest hit market for capital remains the very earliest seed rounds. Angels have always tried to leave this to the founders and for good reason. This is where the very basic commitment of the management team gets measured and where inventors morph into...

Venture Capital remains extremely concentrated on the coasts leaving tremendous opportunities for those willing to mine the midwest. Last quarter, Dropbox completed a single round that was bigger than the the total VC investing in most states. This includes Michigan where a paltry $120m was invested.
That’s right, Dropbox...